US EditionUniversal Announces Closing Date for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
- Universal Orlando has confirmed that their Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit attraction will permanently cease operations on August 18, 2025, in Orlando, Florida.
- The closure, moved up a month from earlier projections, aims to make space for a new attraction, though the replacement details remain undisclosed.
- Construction barriers have been set up around the coaster's 6.27-acre site, and Universal submitted the necessary permits to the regional water management agency in Southwest Florida as of December 2024.
- Fans have 75 days left to ride the 15-year-old coaster, with Universal stating this on its official website ahead of the last operating day on August 18, 2025.
- The removal of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit marks the start of a new, larger project planned for Universal's New York section, reflecting the park’s ongoing expansion.
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Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closing Permanently August 2025 After 16 Years of Thrills
Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced that Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, the iconic roller coaster towering over the entrance of Universal Studios Florida, will be permanently closing on August 18, 2025. The attraction’s impending retirement was first hinted at in late 2024, but the official closing date is now confirmed. The post Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closing Permanently August 2025 After 16 Years of Thrills appeared first on That …
Universal Sets Extinction Timeline for Beloved Thrill Attraction, Guests Must Say Goodbye
After 16 years of loops, drops, and custom playlists, Universal Studios Florida is preparing to say goodbye to one of its most distinctive thrill rides. The resort announced that Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit will officially close on August 18, 2025, to “make way for a new experience.” While Universal hasn’t yet confirmed what’s coming next, insiders and online chatter are pointing to a Fast & Furious-themed coaster as its likely successor. Credit: …
Universal Orlando closing coaster for new experience
Universal Orlando has announced it will close its Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster this summer “to make way for a new experience”. Via the Universal Orlando website, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit will permanently close at Universal Studios Florida on 18 August. More details on the replacement attraction will be made available by Universal Orlando at a later date. https://youtu.be/9q7zmFnVkzg?si=br99s-vkCAHY-9A5Video can’t be loaded because …
Universal Orlando Announces Closing Date for Rip Ride Rockit Rollercoaster
Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed a closing date for Rip Ride Rockit after previously giving a closing window last year. According to Universal’s website, the ride will permanently close August 18, 2025, “to make way for a new experience. More details will be available at a later date.” The theme park announced the rollercoaster’s closure late last year after rumors began to spiral about the infamous ride leaving. The closure was previously…
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